TLC Additional Services
FALL 2025 IMPORTANT DATES!
September 1, 2025 – Labor Day Holiday – Campus Closed
November 11, 2025 – Veterans' Day Holiday Observed – Campus Closed
November 27 – 28, 2025 – Thanksgiving Holiday – Campus Closed
December 14, 2025 – Last Day of FA25 Classes
Reminder!
Holiday Closures: If Sinclair College is closed for a holiday, Tutoring and Learning Center services will not be available.
Weather or Emergency Closures: If Sinclair College closes due to inclement weather or an emergency, appointment-based services will transition to virtual.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the Tutoring and Learning Center staff at 937-512-2792.
BIOSIS
LOCATION: Library, Building 7, Room L09
BIOSIS is a space where students can study, review lecture/lab material, and collaborate individually or in groups.
AVAILABLE RESOURCES
Anatomical models and charts
Molecule Models
Microscopes & Prepared Slides
Biology Posters & Handouts
Desktop Computers
No appointment is needed - just check in at the front desk when you arrive. However, space is limited and there may be a short wait.
| BIOSIS HOURS | |
|---|---|
| MONDAY - THURSDAY: | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| FRIDAY: | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Note: BIOSIS is a self-study space. Acccess to a biology tutor is not guaranteed.
If you would like to meet with a biology tutor, please schedule an appointment through the Tutoring and Learning Center.
TLC APPOINTMENT SCHEDULING
CIS CHAT
TLC COMPUTER SCIENCE ONLINE CHAT
Need help with homework or assignments? Tutors are available during online chat sessions to discuss content and offer guidance.
| CIS TUTORING HOURS | |
|---|---|
| MONDAY: |
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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| TUESDAY: |
11:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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| WEDNESDAY: |
11:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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| THURSDAY: |
11:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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| FRIDAY: |
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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If a tutor is currently assisting another student by way of an appointment, they will appear offline. As soon as they are available, the screen will automatically refresh to show chat is online again.
Use the button below to open the chat window:
(CRC) CHEMISTRY RESOURCE CENTER
LOCATION: Building 12, Room 301A
The CRC offers a dedicated space for chemistry students to study, collaborate, and get support with course materials.
| CRC HOURS | |
|---|---|
| MONDAY: | 9:00 AM -11:30 AM |
| TUESDAY: | 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY: | 9:00 AM -11:30 AM |
| THURSDAY: | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| FRIDAY: | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Questions? Call 937-512-2776 for more information.
MATH LAB
LOCATION: Tutoring and Learning Center, Library, Building 7, Room 07L05.
The Math Lab offers walk-in tutoring for the following courses:
MAT1470 - College Algebra
MAT1570 - Analytic Geometry & Trigonometry
MAT1580 - Precalculus
MAT2270 - Calculus & Analytic Geometry I
Tutors can help with concepts, assignments, and test prep - no appointment required. Just drop in during the open hours.
| MATH LAB HOURS | |
|---|---|
| MONDAY: |
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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| TUESDAY: |
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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| WEDNESDAY: |
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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| THURSDAY: |
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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| FRIDAY: |
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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PLACEMENT TESTING SUPPORT
Need help preparing for a placement test? Here's how to connect with Sinclair's tutors and resources.
ALEKS
Call the Tutoring and Learning Center at 937-512-2792 to schedule ALEKS support. Note: You must first take the ALEKS exam before meeting with a tutor.
TEAS & HESI
Visit TLC APPOINTMENT SCHEDULING to schedule a session with a tutor.
WRITEPLACER
Call 937-512-2792 to be matched with a Sinclair tutor for WritePlacer support.
(PRL) PHYSICS RESOURCE LAB
LOCATION: Building 4, Room 241
The PRL offers walk-in tutoring and support for physics courses. Whether you're working through physics content in engineering, mechanics, or other related subjects, our tutors are here to help.
COMMON COURSES SUPPORTED
- PHYSICS
- MET
- MEE
- OTHER STEM COURSES WITH PHYSICS-RELATED CONTENT
| PRL HOURS | |
|---|---|
| MONDAY: |
8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
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| TUESDAY: |
8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
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| WEDNESDAY: |
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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| THURSDAY: |
8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
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No appointment needed - just drop in during open hours!
(SWK) SOCIAL WORK WALK-IN GROUP
LOCATION: Library (Outside of TLC Room L07) or on Zoom (Use Mishel's Zoom link if you have scheduled any appointments with her before, or call the TLC front desk at (937) 512-2792 and ask to be emailed the link)
Drop-in group tutoring for Social Work students. Whether you're reviewing course content or just need a quiet space to study with support, our tutors are here to help..
| SWK WALK-IN HOURS | |
|---|---|
| TUESDAYS: |
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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| THURSDAYS: |
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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No appointment needed - just drop in during open hours!
(VIS) VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS
Students can email questions or submit projects for feedback at geana.ampaya@sinclair.edu.
TO SUBMIT A PROJECT FOR REVIEW
Package all files into a zipped folder and send the following materials:
- Project Description
- Supporting Images
- Photoshop (.PSD), Illustrator (.AI), or InDesign Files
Note: InDesign files must be properly packaged before submission.
VIS LAB
The VIS department offers an open lab for student use. A professional tutor is available for face-to-face support during scheduled hours. Please check the VIS Department's website for lab availability and tutor schedule.
WRITING LAB
SUBMIT A WRITING ASSIGNMENT FOR REVIEW
Need feedback on your writing? Send your draft to the Writing Lab and get help from our tutors.
HOW TO SUBMIT
Using your @sinclair.edu email address, send an email to writinglab@sinclair.edu. Include:
- Your paper draft (preferably in .docx format)
- Assignment directions copied or downloaded from eLearn (links to eLearn will not work)
- Any questions you have about the assignment
- Optionally, request a tutor who has reviewed your work before
WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE
- In-text comments on formatting, source citation, assignment alignment, clarity, and grammar
- A list of next steps to guide you in making changes or improvements to your writing
- A short message from the Writing Lab tutor who reviewed your draft
- You may have to wait up to 2 business days to receive your reviewed paper. Please keep checking your @sinclair.edu email. Our tutors will work diligently to get your paper back to you as quickly as possible.
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